Two amazing art shows open this weekend in LA. One by a seasoned veteran, the other by two fresh faces taking things to the next level.

WHITEWASH opens at Known Gallery on Saturday. Painter POSE takes a literal (but effective) approach to the theme, his pieces semi-obscured by clean graphic splashes of white paint; photographer KC takes a more conceptual approach, explaining “Much of the work I do covers those who have been ‘whitewashed,’ so to speak, by history and policy…Specifically, the work I will be exhibiting is from West Papua and Burma. You won’t find either of those ‘nations’ on the map, as both have been essentially ‘whitewashed’ away.” Both artists’ work sees them stepping up to a new level of expertise in their medium.

Also this weekend, the imitable Ron English opens the doors to SEASONS IN SUPERBIA at Corey Helford Gallery. Ron’s “popaganda” style is known the world over, from his iconic “Supersize Me” images to his “Abraham Obama.” Ron is one of my favorite painters, and this show is a can’t miss.

I love the concept of the Whitewash show. Pose is one of my favourite artists and I’ve heard some good stuff about KC Ortiz, too. Didn’t he just have an art show at Known a while ago?
Ron English is just incredible. It’s Supurbia, not Superbia, by the way. I love his hulk baby and the camo deer. His mural at Art Basel Miami was so awesome. I used it as a wallpaper for my cell phone which made me go crazy for a few month, but it was too awesome to just replace it. Who cares if you can’t see anything on the screen. I’m really looking forward to Art Basel this year. There are so many great artists everytime. You gonna be there? Or contributing some art like last year?

Hey Mike, sorry to post something semi unrelated on your blog, but the fans are trying to figure out exactly what the lyrics are on LPU11. Due to the nature of some of the recordings it’s proven rather different, and we hope you can help by posting the official versions. Here’s what we figured out on our own: http://www.lpassociation.com/forums/showthread.php?t=35034

all of this is beautiful EXCEPT the jesus with the beer.
if that wasnt there i would like it MUCH more

Alexandra Nofi on November 17, 2011 at 6:46 pm

I like Mr. English because he is different, without trying too hard or being too flashy. He has a specific style of art that only he can create, and that only he can express best. I love how clear his concepts are, and how as political as his work can sometimes be, it’s soft and light hearted. Maybe it has to do with my building love of politics…

Side note: In the past you and Brad have both been very supportive of gay marriage and I thank you for that. I know you don’t like to get into politics with fans because of possibly influencing people, but I like knowing that you respect myself and others and how we live our lives.